armor

• Существительное, обозначающее защитное покрытие, носимое на теле, особенно в бою, или защитный слой на транспортных средствах или оборудовании.

A noun referring to protective covering worn on the body, especially in combat, or a protective layer on vehicles or equipment.

uncountable

1. B1formal

   A protective covering worn on the body to defend against weapons or injury.

   Броня

   • The knight wore heavy armor into battle.
   • Medieval armor was made of metal plates.
   • The soldier's armor saved him from the arrow.

   Synonymschain mailharnessmailpanoplyplate

2. B1formal

   A protective layer or covering on vehicles, ships, or equipment.

   Броня

   • The tank's armor was designed to withstand explosions.
   • The ship's armor protected it from enemy fire.
   • Modern vehicles use lightweight armor for better mobility.

   Synonymsarmor platingcasingplatingprotectionsheathingshielding

3. Figurative protectionB2informal

   Something that provides emotional or psychological protection.

   Защита

   • She built an armor of sarcasm to hide her vulnerability.
   • His confidence was his armor against criticism.
   • They developed an emotional armor to cope with the trauma.

   Synonymsbufferbulwarkdefenseprotectionsafeguardshellshieldwall

• Глагол, используемый для обозначения действия по обеспечению или покрытию защитным покрытием, обычно в военных или оборонительных целях.

A verb used to indicate the act of providing or covering with protective covering, typically for military or defensive purposes.

1. Equip with protective coveringB2formal

   To provide or cover with a protective layer, typically metal or other strong material.

   Бронировать

   • The knights armored themselves before the battle.
   • The vehicle was armored to withstand explosions.
   • They armored the building's windows against potential attacks.

   Synonymsarmor platecladcoverplateprotectreinforcesheatheshield

2. Prepare for defenseB2formal

   To prepare or strengthen oneself against potential threats or difficulties.

   Защитить

   • She armored her heart against further disappointment.
   • The company armored its network against cyber attacks.
   • He armored himself with facts for the debate.

   Synonymsbracefortifygirdhardenprepareprotectshieldsteelstrengthen